Question 1

Which religion does NOT owe its founding to any one particular individual?

Accepted Answer

A)   Buddhism
B)   Hinduism
C)   Christianity
D)   Islam
E)   CatholicismF) D) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 2

In the context of social structure, American society is characterized by a low degree of

Accepted Answer

A)   social stratification.
B)   mobility between strata.
C)   entrepreneurial activity.
D)   managerial mobility.
E)   dynamism and innovation.F) C) and E)
G) C) and D) A

Question 3

As Japan has become economically richer, there has been a decline in

Accepted Answer

A)   collectivism.
B)   individualism.
C)   business.
D)   values.
E)   achievement.F) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 4

A major distinction between a conventional bank and an Islamic bank is that Islamic banks

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A)   are allowed to charge higher interest rates on loans.
B)   cannot accept private deposit.
C)   cannot pay or charge interest.
D)   are not subject to any form of law.
E)   are supposed to refrain from making a profit through any source.F) B) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 5

Rituals and symbols are the most visible manifestations of a culture and constitute the outward expression of deeper values.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

In 1904, Max Weber theorized that there was a relationship between Protestantism and

Accepted Answer

A)   personal happiness.
B)   freedom.
C)   capitalism.
D)   ethics.
E)   manufacturing.F) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 7

According to Geert Hofstede, high power distance cultures were found in societies that tried to play down inequalities of power and wealth as much as possible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Cultural norms, such as respect for others and neatness, are part of the "hidden curriculum" in schools.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A decade ago the government of Weinsland decided to liberalize the country's economy. As a result, today the country is experiencing rapid economic advancement and societal changes favorable to international business. Which change is most likely to occur next in Weinsland?

Accepted Answer

A)   The country will exhibit more need for social and material support structures built on collectives.
B)   As the country gets richer, there will be a shift in the society from "traditional" to "secular rational" values.
C)   As the country gets richer, there will be a shift in the society from "well-being" to "survival" values.
D)   The people in the country will give more importance to collectivism than to individualism.
E)   The country, to further facilitate globalization, will commit to authoritarian ideologies.F) B) and E)
G) D) and E)

Question 10

How does a caste system differ from a class system?

Accepted Answer

The most rigid system of stratification ...

Question 11

Kylie was born into a family that owns numerous corporations and more than one multimillion dollar home. She never worried about paying for college or buying her own car. These characteristics define Kylie's

Accepted Answer

A)   mores.
B)   social strata.
C)   folkways.
D)   values.
E)   caste system.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 12

Hindus see mobility between castes as something that can only be achieved through

Accepted Answer

A)   appropriate schooling and occupation.
B)   individual economic achievements over the course of one's lifetime.
C)   spiritual progression and reincarnation.
D)   hard work that results in gradual upward mobility over generations.
E)   offering prayer five times a day, and by refraining from the payment or receipt of interest.F) D) and E)
G) C) and D) C

Question 13

What is the most widely spoken language in the world, and is increasingly becoming the language of international business?

Accepted Answer

A)   Chinese
B)   French
C)   English
D)   Spanish
E)   GermanF) A) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 14

When a murabaha contract is used in Islamic banking, a company essentially pays the bank to purchase equipment, supplies, and other needs on behalf of the company.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A high degree of managerial mobility in societies that emphasize individualism can lead to

Accepted Answer

A)   reduced costs of doing business.
B)   increased managerial loyalty and commitment to an individual company.
C)   lack of company-specific experience, knowledge, and a network of contacts among managers.
D)   lack of exposure among employees to different ways of doing business.
E)   inability to apply good practices and techniques developed in one firm to other firms.F) A) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 16

Dharma refers to

Accepted Answer

A)   the spiritual progression of each person's soul.
B)   a moral force that requires the acceptance of certain responsibilities.
C)   the belief in reincarnation.
D)   a lack of belief in one God.
E)   a state of complete spiritual perfection.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 17

Parul's religion believes in the spiritual progression of each person's soul and that dharma is the moral force guiding behavior. Which religion does this describe?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hinduism
B)   Islam
C)   Protestantism
D)   Buddhism
E)   CatholicismF) A) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 18

The group is the typical unit of social organization found in non-Westernized societies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Although upward social mobility was possible in the traditional British class system, it could not normally be achieved in one generation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Some sociologists argue that ________ has a more rigid class structure than other western societies, including the United States.

Accepted Answer

A)   South Africa
B)   India
C)   Italy
D)   Japan
E)   the United KingdomF) B) and D)
G) None of the above E

Exam 4: Differences in Culture

Which religion does NOT owe its founding to any one particular individual?

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In the context of social structure, American society is characterized by a low degree of

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As Japan has become economically richer, there has been a decline in

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A major distinction between a conventional bank and an Islamic bank is that Islamic banks

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Rituals and symbols are the most visible manifestations of a culture and constitute the outward expression of deeper values.

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In 1904, Max Weber theorized that there was a relationship between Protestantism and

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According to Geert Hofstede, high power distance cultures were found in societies that tried to play down inequalities of power and wealth as much as possible.

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Cultural norms, such as respect for others and neatness, are part of the "hidden curriculum" in schools.

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A decade ago the government of Weinsland decided to liberalize the country's economy. As a result, today the country is experiencing rapid economic advancement and societal changes favorable to international business. Which change is most likely to occur next in Weinsland?

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How does a caste system differ from a class system?

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Kylie was born into a family that owns numerous corporations and more than one multimillion dollar home. She never worried about paying for college or buying her own car. These characteristics define Kylie's

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Hindus see mobility between castes as something that can only be achieved through

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What is the most widely spoken language in the world, and is increasingly becoming the language of international business?

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When a murabaha contract is used in Islamic banking, a company essentially pays the bank to purchase equipment, supplies, and other needs on behalf of the company.

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A high degree of managerial mobility in societies that emphasize individualism can lead to

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Dharma refers to

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Parul's religion believes in the spiritual progression of each person's soul and that dharma is the moral force guiding behavior. Which religion does this describe?

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The group is the typical unit of social organization found in non-Westernized societies.

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Although upward social mobility was possible in the traditional British class system, it could not normally be achieved in one generation.

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Some sociologists argue that ________ has a more rigid class structure than other western societies, including the United States.

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